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Job description
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to provide comprehensive anesthesia care to a diverse Veteran population within a high-acuity medical center environment. This role supports surgical, procedural, and emergency services while adhering to national Joint Commission accreditation standards.
Responsibilities
Perform pre-anesthetic evaluations, including patient history, physical examination, and data collection
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and execute anesthesia care plans
Deliver all forms of anesthesia (general, regional, IV, local, topical)
Provide intraoperative and post-anesthesia care, ensuring patient safety and comfort
Communicate anesthesia risks, benefits, and alternatives to patients
Prepare patients and procedural areas for anesthesia administration
Maintain accurate and timely anesthetic records and documentation in the electronic medical record
Participate in Code Blue and emergency response teams, providing airway management and resuscitation
Serve as the primary anesthesia provider on weekends and holidays, with anesthesiologist on-call support
Adapt anesthesia techniques across a broad range of surgical procedures
Mentor and guide anesthesia students and medical trainees
Maintain patient confidentiality and a safe care environment at all times
Emergency & On-Call Duties
Respond to emergency airway and resuscitation needs throughout the facility
Administer emergency medications and fluids in accordance with Advanced Directives
Collaborate with on-call anesthesiologists, who will be on-site within required timeframes
Qualifications
Current CRNA certification
Active, unrestricted nursing and advanced practice licensure
Strong clinical skills across anesthesia techniques and technologies
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Experience with electronic medical records and documentation systems
Commitment to high-quality, Veteran-centered care
Why This Role
Broad clinical exposure across surgical and emergency settings
Supportive, collaborative anesthesia team
Structured clinical oversight with professional autonomy
5-year (Base + 4, 1-year options) Tentative first day of service: June 1, 2026
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.
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Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
Who can apply
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